A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-08
Summary:

Before opening time last night the Coronet Theatre (showing Douglas Fairbanks and an 'all comedy' list) had the 'house full' sign out. Mr. Ray evidently knows what the people want, and is getting it for them.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-03
Summary:

The Lamb' a five reel comedy drama with Douglas Fairbanks in the title role is the main feature of the Coronet programme. Film plot included. The programme also included a couple of really good comic pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-06
Summary:

For the next few days, the Coronet is going to show the Metro super-feature 'The Brand of Cowardice.' Film synopsis included. Shown together with this picture is a cartoon comic and a Christie comedy which are real laugh-producers.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-09
Summary:

The highest water-mark in the art of dramatic expression has been attained by Frank Keenan in the series of dramatic photoplays in which he features. Of this list of successes must be mentioned 'The Master Man,' the portrayal of which character calls for the best he is able to give of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-10 - 1924-05-10
Summary:

It was by no means an easy matter to choose a picture to follow 'The Hunchback'! After carefully considering the claims of 'One Arabian Night,' 'Peacock Alley,' 'Suds,' 'Kindred of the Dust' and a dozen other first-class attractions in our…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-19 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Peter B. Kyne's 'Kindred of the Dust.' Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Mae Murray in 'Peacock Alley.' Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-22 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Peter B. Kyne's 'Kindred of the Dust,' in 8 reels, a First National picture. Also, International News No. 17. May 24 Remarks: Illustrations and film plot included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22 - 1924-05-23
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Peter B. Kyne's famous story of the great northwest, 'Kindred of the Dust' in 8 reels, a First National picture. Also International News No. 17.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22 - 1924-05-23
Summary:

R. A. Walsh presents Peter B. Kyne's 'Kindred of the Dust,' featuring Lionel Belmore, Ralph Graves and Miriam Cooper. Illustration included. May 23 Remarks: A First National attraction.

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

The Virginian' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. 'Something to Think About,' directed by Cecil B. DeMille, starred by Elliott Dexter, will be screened at the Star. Film plot included. 'Kindred of the Dust' opened at Coronet Theatre today. The film starred…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper and Ralph Graves. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Although familiar, constant use has not denuded the theme of a poor wife, a rich husband and an irate father-in-law, of popularity. This will be found to be particularly true if the staging of the story is interspersed with artistic touches and the finer points of humanity are brought out in…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-22 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Peter B. Kyne's 'Kindred of the Dust' in 8 reels, a First National picture. Also International News No. 17. May 24 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

The Virginians' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. Film plot included. 'Something To Think About,' directed by Cecil B. de Mille, was put on at the Star Theatre last night. Gloria Swanson gives a clever performance. 'Kindred of the Dust,' showing at the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper as the young girl. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

Kindred of the Dust' a powerful play, showing expert treatment, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre today and tomorrow.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-24 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Peter B. Kyne's powerful drama of the great Northwest, 'Kindred of the Dust,' will be shown for the last time. May 24 Remarks: Another ad. on page 6. Illustration included.

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-24
Summary:

The Virginian' [sic], the Preferred Picture production, will be on at the Queen's Theatre till Monday. 'Something to Think About,' starred by Gloria Swanson, will be on for the last time at the Star tonight. 'Kindred of the Dust' will be screened at the Coronet for…